West Coast Multihulls

Securing Your Dinghy Like a Pro — Truckers Hitch Setup

If you’re running a catamaran, your dinghy setup on the stern can make or break your time at anchor. A loose dinghy is noisy, unsafe, and hard on your gear.

In this video, we break down how to properly secure your dinghy on the back of a catamaran using the trucker’s hitch—one of the most reliable tensioning knots in boating.

⚓ Why this method works:
• Creates strong, adjustable tension on your dinghy lines
• Keeps your tender snug and stable underway or at anchor
• Easy to release when it’s time to launch
• Reduces chafe and unwanted movement in swell or wind
• Essential seamanship skill for cruising and liveaboard sailing

Perfect for:
catamaran sailing, dinghy storage, anchoring setups, offshore cruising, boat handling skills, and ASA sailing training

A secure dinghy = a smoother, safer charter or voyage.

Come for the boat show, stay for the Catamaran Refresher & Docking Clinic ⚓
Join us June 14 from 10AM–4PM for a hands-on day focused on catamaran handling, docking skills, maneuvering, and confidence at the helm aboard a cruising catamaran in San Diego.

Perfect for current catamaran owners, charter guests, and sailors looking to sharpen their docking and boat handling skills before summer cruising season.

⛵ Learn to Sail in San Diego and earn your catamaran sailing certification!

Join us for a week-long liveaboard sailing course departing from San Diego to Catalina Island aboard a cruising catamaran. This hands-on sailing adventure builds real-world cruising skills including navigation, docking, sail handling, anchoring, safety procedures, and coastal passage making.

Perfect for beginners, sailing enthusiasts, and aspiring charter captains looking to gain confidence on the water and experience true liveaboard sailing life in Southern California.

📍 Upcoming sailing certification courses with available cabins:
⚓ June 20–26
⚓ July 11–17
⚓ August 1–7

Learn to sail, live aboard, and explore Catalina Island while earning your sailing certification on a catamaran.

Catamaran Refresher + Docking Clinic — June 14 | 10AM–4PM

Join us for a hands-on day on the water designed to sharpen your skills and build confidence at the helm.

Whether you’re brushing up after some time off or dialing in your close-quarters handling, this catamaran refresher & docking clinic is the perfect way to get back into the rhythm of sailing.

⚓ What you’ll focus on:
• Docking practice & maneuvering control
• Wind, current, and boat handling fundamentals
• Tight-space handling on a catamaran
• Real-world ASA 114 skill refresh
• Confidence-building reps at the helm

📍 Bonus: It’s the same weekend as the boat show—skip the crowds and actually get out on the water instead.

Perfect for sailors looking to refresh ASA 114 skills or just feel sharper and more confident handling a catamaran.

Spots are limited—reserve early.

Dock Lines Without the Mess — “Elephant Ears” Technique

Ever step on deck and deal with a pile of tangled lines? There’s a better way.

In this quick demo, we show how to properly wrap up your dock lines (or stern lines) using the “elephant ears” method—a simple, clean coiling technique that keeps lines organized, tangle-free, and ready to run when you need them.

⚓ Why sailors use this method:
• Prevents knots and frustrating line tangles
• Keeps cockpit and deck space clean and safe
• Makes deployment faster when docking or departing
• Extends the life of your dock lines
• A must-know habit for cruising and charter boats

Perfect for:
sailing basics, dock line management, boat organization, seamanship skills, ASA training, and everyday boating efficiency

Small habits like this make a huge difference on the water.

Set sail into golden hour with a 2.5-hour private sunset charter on San Diego Bay 🌅⛵

Watch the city skyline light up as you glide past calm waters, the Coronado Bridge, and iconic waterfront views. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups looking to unwind and experience San Diego from the water at its most beautiful time of day.

Bring your favorite people, sip something cold, and enjoy a front-row seat to one of the best sunsets on the West Coast.

📍 Departing from San Diego Bay
⏱️ 2.5-hour private charter
✨ Relaxed, scenic, unforgettable

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How to Tie a Rolling Hitch — One Knot Every Sailor Should Know

If you’re sailing, anchoring, or handling lines under load, the rolling hitch is a must-have in your knot toolkit. In this quick demo, we break down how to tie it step-by-step so you can confidently use it on the water.

⚓ Why sailors use the rolling hitch:
• Secure a line to another line under tension
• Take load off a jammed cleat or winch
• Add control when adjusting sheets or halyards
• Essential for towing and line management
• Great for relieving strain in shifting wind conditions

Whether you're cruising, racing, or just learning seamanship, mastering the rolling hitch improves your safety and control on board.

⛵ Perfect for:
sailing knots, boating safety, seamanship skills, ASA sailing certification, coastal cruising, and offshore sailing techniques

Save this for your next time on the water and practice until it’s second nature.